Private Tour

Burana Tower and Kok Moinok Canyons

Overview

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Russian

English

Turkish

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For a captivating day trip from Bishkek that combines natural beauty with historical intrigue, consider the Kok Moinok Canyons. This full-day private tour includes a visit to the ancient Silk Road's Burana Tower, where you’ll learn about its rich history before heading to the uniquely stunning Kok Moinok Canyons.

The guided hike through Kok Moinok reveals a landscape of dramatic rock formations and deep, narrow valleys. With its serene, untouched wilderness, the canyons offer a peaceful retreat and breathtaking views. The tour provides a perfect blend of historical depth and natural splendor, showcasing the layered rock faces and rugged terrain that make this area a hidden gem just a short drive from the capital.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Bishkek

In the morning you’ll be picked up from a hotel to start your exciting tour. We’ll head towards Burana Tower to the small town of Tokmok (80km from Bishkek). You will drive along the border with Kazakhstan and, if the weather is clear, you will see the beautiful scenery of the Tien Shan mountains. Tokmak was the second largest industrial city in Kyrgyzstan during the Soviet times, and you can see some of the Soviet monuments while driving through the city. Then you will pass through several small but picturesque villages, and you will be able to see the life of the locals outside the capital.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Burana Tower

Your guide will show you the mausoleums and other buildings discovered by archaeologists during excavations, you will have a chance to climb to the top of the ancient tower, where there is a beautiful view of the Chui valley and the Tien-Shan mountains open. Visit the small museum, which presents various archaeological artifacts, as well as an open-air museum, which contains ancient gravestones, rock drawings, and other interesting historical objects found on the territory of our country.

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Entrance fees to the Burana Tower and Kok Moinok Canyons

Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver(pick up/drop off hotel)

Lunch and snack on the tour

Professional English speaking guide

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